Paul McCartney Remembers Screen Legend Doris Day

“She was a true star in more ways than one,” the Beatle wrote on his website about his longtime friend, who was also an actress and animal lover.

The founder of the Doris Day Animal Foundation earned the nickname, “The Dog Catcher of Beverly Hills,” over her love of dogs.

“Visiting her in her Californian home was like going to an animal sanctuary where her many dogs were taken care of in splendid style,” McCartney said. “She had a heart of gold and was a very funny lady who I shared many laughs with.”

“Her films like ‘Calamity Jane,’ ‘Move Over, Darling‘ and many others were all incredible and her acting and singing always hit the mark,” he added.